Hist 204 African-American History 3 hours
Traces the historical, cultural, political, and economic forces that have shaped the African-American experience in the Americas, with special focus on the United States.
Hist 213 Anabaptist History and Thought . . . . . 3 hours
Studies the Anabaptist Mennonite story and theology since the Reformation. Investigates the Reformation and the origins of Anabaptism. Explores the relationship of Anabaptist thought to Roman Catholic, Lutheran, and Reformed theology. Attention is given to Anabaptist hermeneutics, nature of the church, discipleship, church and state, peace and nonviolence. Prerequisite: Biblical Literature and sophomore standing or instructor permission.
Hist 221 U.S. History I . . . . . 3 hours
A general survey of the history and civilization of the United States with emphasis given to the political, economic, and cultural life of the American people and to the increasing role of the United States in world affairs. Covers the time period up to 1865.
Hist 222 U.S. History II . . . . . 3 hours
Continuation of Hist 221. Covers the time period from 1865 to the present.
Hist 251 History of World Civilization I . . . . . 3 hours
Explores seven eras of global history. Students are invited to encounter the cultures, traditions, politics, ideas, values, and beliefs of various people groups from pre-history to 1500. A comparison of different societies and their cross-cultural interactions offers students an opportunity to consider their own place in the global human family.
Hist 252 History of World Civilization II . . . . . 3 hours
Explores three eras of global history between 1500 and the present. Students in this course are invited to encounter the cultures, traditions, politics, ideas, values, and beliefs of various people groups in these three eras. A comparison of different societies and their cross-cultural interactions offer an opportunity for students to consider their own place within the global human family.